NOTE: The DNA Breed Identification Test is NOT a saliva test. Cheek cells from the inside of your dog's mouth are required.

1. Complete the Customer Information Card.
2. Keep food away from the dog for at least one hour prior to collecting the sample.
3. If sampling multiple dogs, be sure that they are separated for more than one (1) hour before testing. Sample ONE at a time and complete the entire process before proceeding to the next dog, to avoid any cross contamination of the DNA samples. During this time keep the dogs away from any shared toys, food and water dishes.
4. Remove the polyester tipped applicator from the paper sleeve and brush the inside of the dog's cheek. Rub and swirl the swab FIRMLY for at least 10 seconds. This will not injure the cheeks in any way. This test is a cell based test. To work properly there must be a large amount of cells collected. The firmer and longer the swabbing process, the better the chance of getting a good DNA sample.
5. Allow the swab to completely air dry for at least thirty (30) minutes before returning it to the paper sleeve.
6. Write the dog's name on the swab sleeve.
7. Place the sample and completed Customer Information Card in the prepaid envelope and return to BioPet Vet Lab.

If submitting multiple samples, repeat steps 1 through 7 for each dog separately. Be sure to avoid any sample cross contamination, and correctly label the envelope for each swab.

Please allow 7-10 days for your sample to be received by BioPet Vet Lab

Your dog's Ancestry Analysis Certificate and Breed Behavior, Health and Personality Summary will be mailed to you within two weeks after receipt of your sample.